Makar Sankranti 2025: 13 or 14 January, when will Makar Sankranti be celebrated? Know the exact date and time

Makar Sankranti 2025: Makar Sankranti is one of the most important festivals for Hindus. It is a harvest festival, which is celebrated across the country with different regional customs. Makar Sankranti marks the entry of the Sun into Capricorn, which gives the message of new beginnings and hope. This festival also marks the end of winter and the beginning of the new agricultural cycle. On this day people thank nature and welcome prosperity.

Correct date and auspicious time

Many people are confused about the exact date of Makar Sankranti this year, whether it will be celebrated on January 13 or January 14. In such a situation, let us know:

According to Drik Panchang, the festival of Makar Sankranti will be celebrated this year on Tuesday, 14 January 2025.

Sunrise time: 7:15 am
Brahma Muhurta: 5:27 am to 6:21 am
Abhijeet Muhurta: 12:09 pm to 12:51 pm
Vijay Muhurta: 2:15 pm to 2:57 pm

How to celebrate this festival?

On the day of the festival, wake up early in the morning, take bath, and offer water mixed with red flowers and rice to the Sun. Donating new grains, blankets, utensils, sesame seeds and ghee on this day is considered auspicious.

Importance of regional traditions

Makar Sankranti is celebrated with different names and traditions in different parts of the country.

North India: Here it is celebrated as Lohri
South India: Here this festival is known as Pongal.
Gujarat and Rajasthan: Here people celebrate the festival by flying colorful kites.
Eastern India: Ganga Sagar Fair is the main event of this day

Makar Sankranti is a festival which not only brings new energy and enthusiasm, but it also provides an opportunity to express gratitude towards the society and nature.